Amadeo’s Pizza and SubsYou can bank on getting good pie here. From plain old cheese to the "super combo"—pepperoni, sliced ham, mushrooms, green peppers, red onions, black olives, beef, pork sausage and Italian sausage—all is well. Amadeo's makes them up to 26 inches across. The subs rate just as high. Toasted rolls, baked locally, are stuffed with your choice of meat (salami, ham, meatballs and so on), cheese and veggies. The meatballs are totally boss. Not too heavy with an almost silky texture, they come drowned in a spicy tomato sauce and smothered in mozzarella cheese. Closed Sunday. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)

Amadeo’s Pizza and SubsYou can bank on getting good pie here. From plain old cheese to the "super combo"—pepperoni, sliced ham, mushrooms, green peppers, red onions, black olives, beef, pork sausage and Italian sausage—all is well. Amadeo's makes them up to 26 inches across. The subs rate just as high. Toasted rolls, baked locally, are stuffed with your choice of meat (salami, ham, meatballs and so on), cheese and veggies. The meatballs are totally boss: Not too heavy with an almost silky texture, they come drowned in a spicy tomato sauce and smothered in mozzarella cheese. Closed Sunday. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)

Blake’s LotaburgerA New Mexico tradition since 1952! For an award-winning (for both Best Burger and Best French Fries), quick burger or chili dog, fresh fries and fountain favorites that hit the spot for just a pocketful of change, it’s got to be Blake’s. Countless counters are scattered throughout the city, and each one is a model of efficiency and cleanliness. Why look any further? They’re easy to spot from afar—just keep an eye out for the giant Asian Uncle Sam sign. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)

Blake’s LotaburgerA New Mexico tradition since 1952! For an award-winning (for both Best Burger and Best French Fries), quick burger or chili dog, fresh fries and fountain favorites that hit the spot for just a pocketful of change, it’s got to be Blake’s. Countless counters are scattered throughout the city, and each one is a model of efficiency and cleanliness. Why look any further? They’re easy to spot from afar—just keep an eye out for the giant Asian Uncle Sam sign. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)

Bob's BurgersHome of the ranchero burger and a screamin’ $2 Frito pie (which usually takes top honors in our restaurant polls), these burgers are similar to their Lotaburger or Its-a-Burger cousins, except they have loads of green or red chile on them. And Bob's offers "taco burgers"—burgers in taco shells instead of buns. Bob is quite the creative entrepreneur; it shows on the chile-stained faces of his fanatic followers. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)

BoucheThis is a keyhole sized French-American restaurant with a menu that changes on the daily. With that being said, the intimate setting and locally sourced artisan menu make a worthwhile destination, especially if they’re serving up green chile-spiked French onion soup. Stop by with flexible expectations and see what’s on the board. (Alibi Staff, April 17, 2014)

Chow’s Asian BistroChow’s is one of those rare Chinese food finds that doesn’t make you feel too guilty about digging into a steaming pile of noodles. In fact, this place features extremely fresh and flavorful dishes that jump off the plate with color. Try the dragon sesame chicken and the volcano fish, not to mention their delicious herbal tea and gingered bok choy. Pick up some chopsticks and head to Chow’s for lighter, yet zesty, fare.

Chow’s Asian BistroChow’s is one of those rare Chinese food finds that doesn’t make you feel too guilty about digging into a steaming pile of noodles. In fact, this place features extremely fresh and flavorful dishes that jump off the plate with color. Try the dragon sesame chicken and the volcano fish, not to mention their delicious herbal tea and gingered bok choy. Pick up some chopsticks and head to Chow’s for lighter, yet zesty, fare.

Cocina de ManuelSimple, satisfying New Mexican food from the former owners of the North Valley’s El Camino Dining Room. Breakfast is served anytime and the chile really bites back! (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)

Dion’s PizzaBesides having the Best Pizza, according to past Best of Burque Restaurants polls, Dion's also has a wonderful selection of salads (particularly the Greek or any of the “gourmet” salads with microgreens) and sandwiches (the pastrami is especially good). The pizza is made fresh and you can see them rolling and tossing the dough. Dine in or order takeout. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)

Dion’s PizzaBesides having the Best Pizza, according to past Best of Burque Restaurants polls, Dion's also has a wonderful selection of salads (particularly the Greek or any of the “gourmet” salads with microgreens) and sandwiches (the pastrami is especially good). The pizza is made fresh and you can see them rolling and tossing the dough. Dine in or order takeout. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)

Donut MartDonut Mart is the home of our new favorite, the “golden coconut” cake doughnut. This circle of goodness melts in your mouth, and its toasty coconut coating adds a delightful crunch. The custard-filled Boston cream wins points with tasters, too. The PB & J and buttermilk cake are also popular. (Alibi Staff, October 13, 2011)

El BroncoThis café is housed in a bright yellow building one block past Central on Old Coors. Sit down inside and you’ll feel like you’re in a streetside café near a big mercado in Mexico. In El Bronco’s pretty blue dining room, the energetic waitstaff will offer you everything from asada to adovada, tortas to caldos and the best nachos in the entire city. Fighting a wicked hangover? Order a shrimp cocktail and the menudo to go; you’ll soon be right as rain. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)

Golden Pride BBQ, Chicken & RibsYes, Golden Pride is technically a fried chicken joint, but it also serves fantastic barbecue and the best damn portable burritos in town. Drive through and order a flock of wings, a rack of ribs and a passel of No. 9 breakfast burritos (with bacon!). It’s all good with beer, by the way. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)

Hannah and Nate’s Market CaféGet a little taste of the farm right here in the city. Hannah and Nate’s is a country gift shop and breakfast and lunch café, so come in for a portobello salad and some potpourri, or a spinach salad and some ceramics. The sandwiches are as stuffed as the handmade pillows, and the prices are down-home and hospitable. Tip the servers, not the cows! (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)